ABA Therapy in Staten Island NYC

ABA Therapy in Staten Island, NYC

ABA Therapy in Staten Island NYC at Nexus Integrated Care provides BCBA-supervised, evidence-based support for children with autism and developmental delays across all Staten Island neighborhoods. NY Medicaid is accepted, with sessions available at home, school, or through telehealth, no ferry, bridge, or long commute required.

What is ABA therapy and how does it help Staten Island children?

ABA Therapy in Staten Island NYC is the gold-standard, evidence-based approach for helping children with autism spectrum disorder build communication, social, and daily living skills while reducing behaviors that interfere with learning and everyday life.

At Nexus, every child receives a fully individualized ABA program designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Our ABA Therapy in Staten Island NYC is tailored to your child’s unique strengths, needs, and family goals, with programs continuously updated using real session data to ensure measurable progress.

How We Deliver ABA

Individualised ABA therapy designed around your Staten Island child

ABA Therapy in Staten Island NYC is delivered by experienced BCBAs who use a range of evidence-based ABA techniques with a strong emphasis on in-home and telehealth services, so families never have to travel off-island for quality care.

In-Home ABA Therapy

Sessions delivered in your Staten Island home North Shore, Mid-Island, and South Shore. No ferry, no bridge, no commute for your family.

School-Based ABA

Our BCBAs and RBTs work directly in Staten Island schools coordinating with teachers, school psychologists, and NYC DOE special education teams.

Clinic-Based ABA

Remote ABA sessions for parent training, generalisation support, and supplemental programming ideal for South Shore families who prefer not to travel.

Telehealth ABA

Every Staten Island ABA program includes written home strategies, caregiver coaching, and weekly check-ins to reinforce progress between sessions.

ABA therapy across the full length of Staten Island

ABA Therapy in Staten Island NYC is delivered directly in your home or school by our experienced BCBAs and RBTs, serving families from the North Shore ferry terminals to the South Shore. Telehealth options are especially convenient for families in Tottenville, Eltingville, and across the far South Shore.

St. George

Port Richmond

Willowbrook

Stapleton

New Brighton

Dongan Hills

How to Start ABA Therapy in Staten Island

Getting started is simple. Our care coordination team guides you through every step.

Therapy Process Steps

Contact Our Team

Call or submit a referral online. We respond within one business day.

Free insurance check

We verify NY Medicaid or private insurance at no cost to you.

BCBA Assessment

Comprehensive behavior assessment using standardised tools and direct observation.

ABA begins

2–5 sessions/week at home, school, or clinic in English or Spanish.

Progress Reviews

Goals re-measured every 3 months with family reports and plan updates.

ABA therapy covered by most insurance plans in Staten Island

ABA Therapy in Staten Island NYC is covered by many commercial insurance plans under New York State law, including Timothy’s Law, which requires coverage for ABA therapy for children with autism. We verify your insurance benefits for free before services begin, so Staten Island families can move forward with confidence and no surprises.

Medicaid (NYC)

NYC ACS / EarlySteps

UnitedHealthcare

Aetna

Cigna

BlueCross BlueShield

Horizon BCBS

Molina Healthcare

Fidelis Care

MetroPlus

ABA therapy in Staten Island your questions answered

Real answers from our Staten Island care team.

Does Nexus provide ABA therapy at home in Staten Island without me having to travel?

ABA Therapy in Staten Island NYC is delivered directly in your home across every Staten Island neighborhood, from St. George and Stapleton in the north to Tottenville and Huguenot in the south. Our BCBAs and RBTs travel to families throughout the borough, so you never need to cross the bridge or take the ferry for your child’s ABA sessions.

Is telehealth ABA available for Staten Island families?

ABA Therapy in Staten Island NYC includes telehealth sessions available island-wide, making support more accessible for parent training, generalization programming, and families in the South Shore where in-home travel times may be longer. Telehealth provides the same evidence-based ABA content as in-person sessions, without the commute.

Is ABA therapy covered by insurance in Staten Island, NY?

ABA Therapy in Staten Island NYC is covered by many insurance plans through New York State’s Timothy’s Law, which requires most commercial plans to provide coverage for medically necessary autism treatment. NY Medicaid and Medicaid managed care plans also cover ABA services. We verify your specific benefits for free before services begin, so there are no unexpected out-of-pocket costs.

How many hours of ABA therapy does my child need per week?

Recommended hours depend on your child’s age, diagnosis severity, and treatment goals. Early intensive ABA for young children typically involves 15–40 hours per week. Our Staten Island BCBA will recommend a specific intensity level after completing the initial assessment, and hours are adjusted regularly as your child progresses.

How quickly can my child start ABA therapy in Staten Island?

Most Staten Island families complete insurance verification and scheduling within 5–10 business days of their first inquiry. NYC Early Intervention cases move fastest through the state-funded pathway. Since we come to you, there’s no waiting for a clinic slot contact us today and we’ll begin the process right away.

Start ABA therapy in Staten Island today

Talk to a Nexus BCBA coordinator in minutes. We verify your insurance and get your child started without you ever leaving Staten Island.